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Recognition of Customary Marriages Act

Mostly men are up in arms over polyandry because it strikes at the heart of patriarchy

South Africa

Mostly men are up in arms over polyandry because it strikes at the heart of patriarchy

By Lize Mills and Amanda Gouws

It’s official: ConCourt rules on polygamous marriages

South Africa

It’s official: ConCourt rules on polygamous marriages

By Chelsey Moubray

Understanding the Muslim marriages judgment

South Africa

Understanding the Muslim marriages judgment

By Kathleen Mpofu for GROUNDUP

GroundUp: ConCourt victory for women in polygamous marriages

South Africa

GroundUp: ConCourt victory for women in polygamous marriages

By GroundUp

GroundUp: Understanding the court judgment on polygynous Muslim marriages

South Africa

GroundUp: Understanding the court judgment on polygynous Muslim marriages

By GroundUp

When enough is enough: Why are Muslim marriages still fighting for recognition?

South Africa

When enough is enough: Why are Muslim marriages still fighting for recognition?

By Marelise Van Der Merwe

The Muslim Marriage Bill: Will it finally see the light of day?

South Africa

The Muslim Marriage Bill: Will it finally see the light of day?

By Marelise Van Der Merwe

ConCourt: Second wife only with first wife’s say-so

South Africa

ConCourt: Second wife only with first wife’s say-so

By Rebecca Davis